Publisher

Education required for this profession

The ability to communicate well is one of the most important skills needed to enter the publishing industry. Although it is especially critical for those in the editorial and sales departments, it is also required for those in production, who may be called upon to compose text. Computer literacy also is becoming a requirement for almost everyone seeking work in this industry, and the ability to meet tight deadlines is a must for most workers. Most nonentry-level jobs in this industry require experience, especially if one wants to work for a top newspaper, magazine, or book publishing company. Experience can be obtained by working for a school newspaper or by performing an internship with a publishing company. However, most people start by working for small publishing companies or newspapers in smaller cities and towns and work their way up to better paying jobs with larger newspapers or publishers. Others break into the field by doing freelance work.

Relevant Degree/Diploma/Certificate

Masters in business administration

Quick Facts

Strong communication skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines are crucial for many jobs in this industry. Mergers and computerization will make firms more productive and limit employment growth. Writers and editors face keen competition for jobs, as this industry attracts a large number of applicants, especially at nationally known publications. Technological advances will result in a decline in employment of some workers, such as prepress technicians.

Salary

Average weekly earnings for workers in the publishing industry varied by type of publication. , average weekly earnings are $759 in periodical publishing, $674 in book publishing, and $598 in newspaper publishing, compared with $568 for all private sector industries.

Featured Universities Offering Degrees for this Profession

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Online Universities Offering Degrees for this Profession

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